Radiologic Technology is a science combining advanced technology and human compassion. Radiologic Technologists use their knowledge of physics, human anatomy and physiology to create permanent medical images. This is a profession that requires a dependable personality with a mature and caring nature.
The Radiologic Technology Program has been in operation since 1961 and is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, the Radiation Health Branch of the State of California, and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The program has an excellent reputation within the community and throughout California for providing well-qualified Radiologic Technologists.

After 22 consecutive months of competency based, clinical, classroom and laboratory instruction, students receive an Associate of Science Degree in Radiologic Technology and qualify to take the California State and National Registry Exam.

Career Opportunities

Job opportunities are available in various settings such as hospitals, health care facilities, physicians offices, mobile imaging companies, industrial plants, research centers, government agencies, commercial sales and marketing. Starting salaries are approximately $60,000 per year. An average salary is between $60,000 and $90,000 per year. Opportunities for advancement are in management, research, education, ultrasonography, computerized tomography, mammography, and magnetic resonance imaging.

Units required for Major: 106

Associate Degree Requirements:

• English proficiency: ENGL 1A, ESL 26 or equivalent.
• Mathematics proficiency: MATH 103/105 or equivalent.
A minimum of 90 units required to include:
• All General Education requirements
• Required courses (18 Units)
• Maintain a GPA of 2.0 or better in all college course work and a letter grade of “C” or better in each Radiology Core course
• electives & other graduation requirements as appropriate.

Program Type(s):

AS = Associate in Science Degree.

RECOMMENDATION
BIOL 40A, 40B & 40C are strongly recommended before entrance into the program. Anatomy and Physiology studied in a language other than English will not be considered.

PREREQUISITES
• High School graduation or a valid G.E.D.
• Grade point average of 2.5 or higher.
• High School algebra or MATH 101, or equivalent college level course with a “C” or better within the past three years, or completion of a higher math, or placement into MATH 105 on the Foothill College placement test.
• High School Biology or BIOL 10 with a grade of “C” or better.
• High School Chemistry or CHEM 30A, CHEM 25 or CHEM 10 with a grade of “C” or better.
• AHS 200 or Medical Terminology with a grade of “C” or better.
• RT 200L or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better.
• Eligibility for ESL 26 or ENGL 1A.
• Prerequisites must be completed by the end of Winter Quarter of the year of application.

NOTE: Physical examinations and immunizations are required for clinical internships. Background screening and drug testing may be required by clinical facilities. Positive results could impact a student's chances of attending clinics, completing the program requirements or gaining a license to practice upon graduation. The cost of required physical examinations, background screenings and drug tests will be paid by the student. Students accepted into the program will be provided with specific details.

COUNSELING: Please contact the Counseling appointment desk at (650) 949-7423 to make an appointment with Bryan Shaner.

NOTE: A computer competency course or equivalency is required for all Radiologic Technology students.